By ELLEN LEWIS
When I first saw the new Chantelle Logo, CL, I will admit, I was slightly confused. BUT, that was because it was so innovative that I needed a moment to absorb the vision behind it. Then it hit me, Chantelle was breaking free of traditional marketing rules to re-define itself for the contemporary woman. Under its corporate umbrella, four ‘states of being’ reside: Chantelle, Passionata, Chantal … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
The last few weeks preparing for my daughter’s wedding have been a marathon of related and unrelated events. We flew home from Mexico for last minute preparations only to discover a major leak had capsized our ceiling onto our bed and flooded the floor. Fast forward, I’ve been sleeping on the couch while we maneuver through regrouping our entire bedding situation. Add to the equation: I babysat … Read More
By ALISON CONNOLLY
A little over one year ago I had the pleasure of featuring Polish lingerie brand Undress Code here in the Gallery and once more I am fortunate to be able to share their latest work. In this case, it’s a preview of the Autumn/Winter 2019 collection, which is comprised of a Wintry selection of velvet/mesh/tulle bodysuits, wireless bras and panties.
Each season the designers of Undress Code… Read More
By HOLLY JACKSON
Ellen is in family wedding mode this week, so I’m taking the reins in this column space to reveal a big secret recently shared with me. She’s cheating on her tried and true sports bra and having a love affair with Curvy Couture’s Ultimate Fit Sports Bra! She’s written a lot of articles about her devotion to another style and claims she never intends to discard it. … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
Patriotism: It’s a loaded word now a day in the USA. And that’s unfortunate. Nonetheless, I have absolutely no doubt that when push comes to shove, Americans are all in. We honor our troops, respect the sacrifices and pay homage to their victories. This weekend we will celebrate a national holiday specifically named for those lost in service, Memorial Day. For our citizens, it’s the official beginning … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am headed back to New York next week for my daughter’s wedding. It will be a very small family affair. That was her choice. She has very understated but decidedly upscale taste. Kate’s an artist, visually brilliant, flirting on the edge of the millennial generation; but way past fairy tale wedding expectations. She says she trusts me and will bow to my planning decisions. With only … Read More
By ELLEN LEWIS
I am always touting young brands that continue to mature. There is nothing more satisfying to a merchant at heart than the discovery of a product that has legs. Such was the case when Nubian Skin launched in 2014, brought their ground breaking “New Nude” concept for women of color to the market. Still, I hesitated; waiting for brand traction, not because I didn’t see the viability, … Read More